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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (Core i7-13620H) vs MSI Modern 15 F1MG (Core 7 150U)

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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

  • 1,370 g.
  • 14 inch screen.
  • Intel Core i7-13620H processor.
  • 16 GB RAM in this version.
  • 512 GB storage in this version.
KSh 85,000Out of Stock
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MSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

MSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

  • 1,700 g.
  • 15.6 inch screen.
  • Intel Core 7 150U processor.
  • Storage: PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; one M.2 slot.
  • 16 GB RAM in this version.
KSh 80,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 if you want a lighter build (about 1.37 kg) and a slimmer 17.9 mm body. Choose the MSI Modern 15 F1MG if you want a larger 15.6-inch screen, Gigabit Ethernet and keyboard backlight.

Weight

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
1.37 kg
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
1.7 kg

Display

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
14 inch screen
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
15.6 inch screen

Performance

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Intel Core i7-13620H processor
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
Intel Core 7 150U processor

Stored energy

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
47 Wh of stored energy
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
46.8 Wh of stored energy

Connections

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Wi-Fi 6 support
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
Wi-Fi 6E support

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3

  • Lighter: about 1.37 kg (vs 1.7 kg).
  • Slimmer: 17.9 mm thick (vs 19.9 mm).

MSI Modern 15 F1MG

  • Larger 15.6-inch screen (vs 14-inch).
  • Gigabit Ethernet.
  • Keyboard backlight.
  • Newer Wi-Fi 6E (vs Wi-Fi 6).
  • Higher boost clock: up to 5.4 GHz (vs 4.9 GHz).
  • Wired Ethernet port.

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PriorityLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3MSI Modern 15 F1MG
PerformanceIntel Core i7-13620H processor, Intel UHD graphicsIntel Core 7 150U processor, Intel graphics
Display14-inch display15.6-inch LCD display
Battery life47 Wh3-cell 46.8 Wh
WeightAbout 1.37 kg1.7 kg
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
ChargingRapid Charge Boost: up to 2 hours runtime from a 15-minute charge65 W wired charging

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
BrandLenovoMSI
ModelIdeaPad Slim 3 14IRH8 (83EL0051UE)Modern 15 F1MG
Announced2024-09-04—
Form FactorClamshellClamshell
ColorArctic grey—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Dimensions324.3 × 213.8 × 17.9 mm358.9 × 235.9 × 19.9 mm
WeightStarting at 1.37 kg1.7 kg
Build MaterialsPC-ABS lid and base—

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Display Size14 inches15.6 inches
Display TypeTNIPS-level
Resolution1920 × 10801920 × 1080
Brightness250 nits—
TouchscreenNo—
Display FeaturesAnti-glare; TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light software certification—

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
ProcessorIntel Core i7-13620HIntel Core 7 150U
CPU10 cores (6 performance + 4 efficiency), 16 threads; up to 4.9 GHz; 24 MB cache10 cores (2 performance + 8 efficiency), 12 threads; up to 5.4 GHz; 12 MB Smart Cache
GPUIntel UHD GraphicsIntel Graphics
Graphics MemoryShared system memoryShared system memory
RAM TypeLPDDR5-4800 soldered; dual channel; no slots; 16 GB maximumDDR4-3200; two SO-DIMM slots; up to 64 GB supported
Storage TypeM.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD; one slot; up to 1 TBPCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; one M.2 slot

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
RAM16GB16 GB
Storage512GB512 GB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Battery47 Wh3-cell 46.8 Wh
ChargingRapid Charge Boost: up to 2 hours runtime from a 15-minute charge65 W adapter; USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 supported
Power Adapter65 W round-tip adapter, 3-pin65 W

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Operating System—Windows 11 Home on documented 16 GB / 512 GB configuration; regional options vary

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6, 802.11ax 2×2Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.25.3
EthernetNo onboard EthernetGigabit Ethernet

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
WebcamHD 720p camera with privacy shutter720p at 30 fps
Speakers2 × 1.5 W user-facing stereo speakers2 × 2 W speakers
MicrophonesDual microphone arrayMicrophone array
Audio FeaturesDolby Audio; HD AudioHi-Res Audio ready

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
KeyboardNon-backlit, English UK keyboardWhite-backlit keyboard with Copilot key
Keyboard BacklightNoYes; white
TrackpadMylar Precision Touchpad, 62 × 104 mm—
Fingerprint ReaderNo—
Stylus SupportNo—

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
USB-A2 × USB-A 5 Gbps3 × USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
USB-C1 × USB-C 5 Gbps with Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.21 × USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C; DisplayPort; PD 3.0
Thunderbolt / USB4No; USB-C 5 GbpsNo Thunderbolt or USB4; USB-C 10 Gbps
HDMIHDMI 1.4HDMI; up to 4K at 30 Hz
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.2 over USB-CDisplayPort over USB-C
Memory Card ReaderSD card readermicroSD
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo3.5 mm microphone/headphone combo jack
Other PortsRound-tip power connectorKensington security lock slot

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
SecurityFirmware TPM 2.0; camera privacy shutterFirmware TPM 2.0; webcam shutter; Kensington lock
Special FeaturesMIL-STD-810H tested, 21 test items; TÜV Rheinland Low Blue LightCopilot key; up to 64 GB RAM and 4 TB storage supported

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
LaptopLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IRH8MSI Modern 15 F1MG
Power Adapter65 W round-tip adapter, 3-pin—

Similarities

  • Both have 16 GB RAM.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both offer 512 GB of storage.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both have 10 CPU cores.

In summary

Choose Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 for Intel UHD graphics and a lighter build; MSI Modern 15 F1MG offers Intel graphics and Gigabit Ethernet.

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In-stock alternatives

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